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Business Insider
a day ago
- Health
- Business Insider
Little Mix's Jade Thirlwall says she faces a 'daily battle' not to go on Ozempic
Little Mix 's Jade Thirlwall says she is resisting Ozempic despite the public scrutiny around her body. In an interview with The Guardian published Saturday, the singer said that many of the negative comments she receives are about weight gain. "I have a daily battle with myself not to go on Ozempic," Thirlwall told The Guardian. "I don't judge people that do, but because I have a history of eating disorders, I don't know where taking something like that would end for me." Thirlwall said she had only been out of the hospital for a few months after treatment for anorexia when she auditioned for " The X Factor" in 2011 at 18. "Historically, if I've ever felt that something is out of my control, then restricting food has been a means of controlling my life in a very toxic way," she said. Little Mix was formed on "The X Factor" in 2011, comprising Thirlwall, Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Perrie Edwards, and Jesy Nelson. Nelson left the group in 2020 amid backlash over Blackfishing, and in 2022, the band went on hiatus to focus on their solo careers. Thirlwall said that much of the scrutiny around her body comes from people comparing her to her younger self. "Now I'm in my 30s and the healthiest I've ever been, but every time I post a picture, there are comments saying, 'She must be pregnant.' The sad thing is that it's usually women," Thirlwall said. "But people are used to seeing me in a group environment five or 10 years ago when I was stick-thin because I was in my early 20s with an eating disorder," she said. A representative for Thirlwall did not immediately respond to a request for comment sent by Business Insider outside regular hours. Ozempic and Wegovy are brand names for semaglutide, an injectable drug originally developed for diabetes. In 2021, the FDA approved semaglutide for use in weight management. The drug works by regulating hunger signals, allowing people to feel full while eating less. However, it has side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, and constipation. Some patients also reported feeling disgusted by the foods they used to enjoy. Dr. Francesco Rubino, the chair of metabolic and bariatric surgery at King's College London, told Business Insider in 2022 that it was common for people to regain the weight after stopping treatment. Several doctors also told Business Insider in July that they've seen a sharp increase in patients on GLP-1 medications when they enter treatment for eating disorders. In recent years, many Hollywood celebrities have addressed speculation about whether they've used weight-loss drugs. In May 2023, NBA star Charles Barkley said he lost over 60 pounds in six months after taking Mounjaro while eating healthily and exercising. Later that year, in December 2023, Oprah Winfrey said she uses weight-loss medication to help manage her weight. Meanwhile, stars such as Lizzo, Kelly Clarkson, and Jesse Plemons, have denied using such medications, attributing their weight loss instead to lifestyle changes.
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Express Tribune
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Jade Thirlwall reveals daily struggle to avoid Ozempic
Little Mix alum Jade Thirlwall is opening up about the ongoing challenges she faces with body image and weight loss pressures. In a recent interview with The Guardian published on August 16, the 32-year-old singer revealed that resisting the use of Ozempic has become a 'daily battle.' 'I don't judge people that do,' Thirlwall explained, 'but because I have a history of eating disorders, I don't know where taking something like that would end for me.' Thirlwall, who previously battled anorexia, noted that social media scrutiny about her body often fuels the pressure. Despite being in what she describes as the 'healthiest' phase of her life, she still encounters comments speculating about her weight or suggesting she may be pregnant whenever she shares photos online. Reflecting on her time with Little Mix, the British star shared that fans once celebrated body empowerment, but some now compare her current appearance to her early 20s when she was struggling with anorexia. She emphasized that her past illness left lasting challenges, but she has worked hard to move forward while pursuing her passion for music. Thirlwall first detailed her experience with anorexia in the group's 2016 memoir Our World, revealing that she began struggling with the condition at 13 before seeking medical help. Today, she continues to advocate for body positivity and hopes to separate her identity as an artist from past struggles. Her candid admission adds to the broader conversation around celebrity use of Ozempic and the pressures of maintaining public image in the entertainment industry.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Little Mix's Jade Thirlwall breaks free from bounds, opens up about struggles and life after being in a group
Little Mix member Jade Thirlwall is finally sharing her story about her life and career after starting off as a solo artist. The group has officially been on a hiatus since 2022, after which all of the members of the group went down their own path to pursue music and other challenges. Thirlwall, 32, is now finally opening up about her struggles in life and how everything has been beyond Little Mix. Jade Thirlwall on her continuous struggles While sitting down for an interview with The Guardian, the singer shared what kind of struggles she has gone through in the past years and how she has been dealing with everything. She shared that, ever since she was a child, she has been faced with issues like bullying and racism. Coming from an Arab background, these issues had become common for the star. One thing, however, proved to be a major issue in her life: Anorexia. The pop star shared that it got to a point where she even had to be hospitalized, after which she auditioned for 'The X Factor' and the rest is history. While talking about her time on the show, the star shared that, 'In retrospect, if the show had done a proper mental health assessment, then they wouldn't have let me on. It was very surface. Judging by some of the people in that X Factor house, it wasn't done properly. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Could This NEW Collagen Blend Finally Reduce Your Cellulite? Vitauthority Learn More Undo Bless them, through no fault of their own, some of those people were mentally unwell'. Jade Thirlwall opens up about Little Mix The singer also delved into her life as a pop star on how starting off in the industry in a girl group was beneficial to her. She shared, 'I was this young lass from South Shields who just wanted to make it as a singer, and I went on to be in the best, coolest girlband ever. Now I get to have a bonus round, doing my own songs'. She also shared that before the release of her first-ever solo single, she ended up sitting down and listening to all of her discography with Little Mix. This ended up making her cry and get emotional about all the group has achieved over the years. "Get the latest news updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
Perth Now
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
JADE's Little Mix 'boot camp' has shaped her solo material
JADE's "boot camp" experience in Little Mix has influenced her solo material. The 32-year-old singer - who has dropped her surname Thirlwall for her career away from the girl group - will release her debut solo album That's Showbiz Baby in September and admits that her time with the Black Magic hitmakers has shaped her individual work. Speaking to NME at the Glastonbury Festival, JADE said: "Being in a girl band is the ultimate boot camp on how to survive the music industry. First off, you're a woman, and then you're in a girl band, and it's always hard to prove to people that you're a credible artist and that you're worthy of appreciation. "When we first started in like 2011 - especially coming from a show like The X Factor - we were constantly proving to people why we deserve a seat at the table and why we deserve longevity. "Being in Little Mix really was the ultimate test of enduring that. Time and time again, we reinvented ourselves and to be in a girl band that lasts for over 10 years is pretty remarkable. You don't hear of that often." She continued: "I'm so proud of that part of my life, and going into my solo music, it was like, 'OK, now I get to write just purely about my own experiences', because in a girl band the topics have to be a bit more universal. On my own though, it was important for me to express myself. "It's not a case of, '(Little Mix) was the old me, and this is me finally being who I am', because I love Little Mix and I love what we stood for! It's not about (that era) being dead and gone. That was the past and I loved it, but now this is the new chapter." JADE performed on the Woodsies stage at Worthy Farm on Saturday (28.06.25) and confessed that she was grateful for a "pep talk" by Spice Girl Melanie C as she grappled with nerves before her performance - which was introduced by former Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa. The Angel of My Dreams singer said: "I was so nervous beforehand and I was backstage nearly about to cry because I was so overwhelmed, but then Mel C came running over to say it was going to be amazing and that I've got this! "She gave me a little pep talk, and then my friend Ncuti (Gatwa) bumped into me and offered to do the intro for me. "He introduced me on stage and helped me feel really ready and good about myself... but I still feel like nothing prepares you for the adrenaline of the Glastonbury crowd, because they really are like something else."
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Express Tribune
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Jade Thirlwall leads anti JK Rowling chant during Mighty Hoopla performance
Pop singer Jade Thirlwall sparked headlines during her performance at the Mighty Hoopla music festival in London on May 31, 2025, when she led the audience in a chant perceived as a criticism of author J.K. Rowling. The festival, celebrated for its embrace of LGBTQ+ culture, served as the backdrop for Thirlwall's bold moment on stage. JADE saying fuck you to performative allyship, homophobes, transphobes and jk rowling oh i love her bad — phoebe (@emisonsjade) May 31, 2025 While performing on the Main Stage, Thirlwall began a call-and-response by shouting 'transphobes,' prompting the crowd to respond with, 'F*** you!' She followed up with 'J.K. Rowling,' receiving the same reaction from festivalgoers. Videos of the incident circulated widely on social media, where fans praised Thirlwall's show of support for the transgender community. Rowling has faced significant criticism since 2019 over statements she has made regarding gender identity and transgender rights. While the author maintains she is not transphobic, her remarks have been viewed by many as dismissive or harmful toward trans and non-binary individuals. In a 2023 interview for the podcast The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling, she said she doesn't worry about her legacy, focusing instead on the present. Thirlwall has consistently used her platform to support LGBTQ+ causes. In a recent interview with Gayety, she acknowledged the risks involved in speaking out, saying, 'I'm happy to pay the consequences if it means doing the right thing.' She emphasized that remaining silent would feel like a disservice to her fanbase, which includes many LGBTQ+ supporters. Fans online responded positively to her festival appearance, applauding her stance and energy. The moment underscored the broader conversation about artists' responsibilities in speaking out on social and political issues.
